Education (K-12 Education)

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 2068: Schools; requiring each public school district to create a library advisory committee for each grade level. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 2068 requires every public school district in Oklahoma to form a library advisory committee for each grade level taught. Each committee must include one school board member, one teacher from that grade, and one parent or guardian of a student in that grade. These committees will review and approve all library materials (including books, digital resources, and equipment) to ensure they meet community standards and student needs. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026, and declares an emergency to expedite implementation.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationMandates committee review of library materials to align with 'community standards,' potentially restricting curriculum access and content availability in schools.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Libraries Teachers

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3598: Higher education; prohibiting illegal immigrants from receiving scholarships, financial aid, or resident tuition; effective date; emergency.

HB 3598 prohibits undocumented immigrant students in Oklahoma from receiving in-state tuition rates or state-funded scholarships and financial aid at public colleges and universities. The bill amends Oklahoma law to remove the existing pathway allowing such students to qualify for resident tuition by meeting high school residency requirements and submitting immigration applications, and explicitly bans them from these benefits. An exception applies to students enrolled in a degree program during the 2006-2007 school year or earlier who previously received resident tuition under prior rules. The law takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationProhibits undocumented students from state-funded higher education benefits, restricting access to educational opportunities at public colleges and universities.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits undocumented students from in-state tuition and state financial aid, restricting access to higher education services per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education Student Financial Aid DACA & Dreamers Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 1361: Schools; definitions; prohibiting school personnel and students from requesting and using certain pronouns or alternate names in certain situations; effective date; emergency.

HB 1361 requires Oklahoma public school personnel and students to use pronouns or names consistent with a person's "assigned sex at birth" (defined by biological sex documented on a birth certificate) without written parental permission. It prohibits school staff from asking students about preferred pronouns or names, and students from requesting staff to use non-birth-sex pronouns or names, unless parents provide written consent. Violations must be reported to administrators within 24 hours, who then notify parents. The bill applies to all public K-12 schools and school employees, excluding students with certain medically documented conditions, and takes effect July 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts student/staff use of preferred pronouns/names without parental consent, limiting expression and curriculum in K-12 schools per bill's requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Mar 5, 2025

HB 1522: Schools; state student record system; request for proposals; requirements; State Board of Education to procure certain system by certain date; fund usage; State Aid Formula; calculation; effective date; emergency.

HB 1522 requires Oklahoma school districts to create and publicly post policies by January 1, 2022, defining how many transfer students they can accept per grade level at each school site. It limits students to two inter-district transfers per school year (except for those returning to their home district), allows automatic approval if a student’s home district doesn’t offer their grade level, and prohibits transfers based on unexcused absences (ten or more in a semester). Parents can appeal denials first to the district board and then to the State Board of Education if policies weren’t followed. The bill directly affects students seeking to transfer schools, their families, and school districts managing enrollment capacity.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts inter-district transfers (max 2/year) and prohibits based on absences, limiting student access to schools per bill requirements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Choice School Transportation

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signed · Oklahoma · House May 4, 2026

HB 1276: Schools; extending prohibition on use of cell phones and personal electronic devices on certain campuses; effective date; emergency.

HB 1276 requires Oklahoma public school districts to adopt policies banning student cell phones and personal electronic devices (like tablets, smartwatches, or laptops) during the entire school day and on school grounds, effective July 2025. Exceptions are permitted for medical emergencies documented by a licensed professional. School boards may opt out of the ban through annual approval, but must still allow device use for emergencies. The bill defines "personal electronic devices" to exclude school-issued tech used for instruction and clarifies "school day" as the full instructional period from first to last bell. It directly affects all K-12 students and school districts in Oklahoma.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill mandates school-wide device bans, restricting student access to technology during instructional time, aligning with 'restricts' indicator.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill mandates bans on student cell phones and personal devices in schools, restricting technology access during school hours per explicit requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 11, 2025

SB 589: Schools; adding course to fulfill English unit or set of competencies requirement for graduation. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 589 amends Oklahoma's high school graduation requirements to require that English curriculum standards give "Classic Literature and nonfiction literature equal consideration to other literature" and emphasize "the study of complete works of literature." This change directly affects Oklahoma public high school students in grades 8-12 during the 2024-2025 school year, as it modifies the English course requirements for a standard diploma. The bill updates existing curriculum standards under Section 11-103.6 of state law to ensure English courses include these specific literary forms. It does not alter other graduation requirements like math, science, or history courses, which remain unchanged. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationMandates equal focus on classic/nonfiction literature, restricting curriculum flexibility per bill language.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 793: Education; requiring certain display. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 793 requires all Oklahoma public school districts and charter schools to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom by January 1, 2026. The bill mandates a minimum 11x14 inch poster or framed document with the full text of the Ten Commandments in a large, readable font, centered as the primary focus. It also requires a historical context statement explaining the Ten Commandments' role in American education, citing their use in historical textbooks like the McGuffey Readers. The law applies to all K-12 public schools and specifies that displays must be free of charge to schools.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationMandates religious text display in classrooms, restricting curriculum freedom and academic neutrality in education.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 11, 2025

HB 1184: Education; Oklahoma Higher Learning Access Program; minimum ACT score; effective date.

HB 1184 raises the minimum ACT composite score required for Oklahoma high school graduates to qualify for the state's Higher Learning Access Program tuition assistance from 21 to 22. This change directly affects students seeking first-time enrollment in Oklahoma public or private colleges, as they must now achieve a 22 ACT score (along with maintaining a 2.5 GPA and meeting other existing eligibility criteria). The bill amends Section 2603 of Oklahoma law to update this academic threshold for program participation. It does not alter other requirements like residency, financial need, or graduation timeframe. The policy change applies to students graduating within the previous three years.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRaises ACT score requirement from 21 to 22 for tuition assistance, restricting access to state funding for college-bound students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1282: Schools; modifying the Parents' Bill of Rights; requiring written consent for certain instruction. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1282 amends Oklahoma's Parents' Bill of Rights to require written parental consent before students receive sex education instruction or any instruction/presentations about sexuality. The bill directly affects parents and guardians of K-12 students in Oklahoma public schools, mandating they provide written permission for these specific educational activities. Key provisions include expanding parental consent rights to cover photograph creation (with limited exceptions) and requiring schools to provide written explanations for denying parental record access requests within a shortened timeframe. The bill also updates definitions and procedures for parental involvement in school decisions regarding their children's education and health.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRequires parental consent for sex education, restricting curriculum content in K-12 schools per explicit bill provisions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 17, 2025

HB 2831: Schools; requiring students who attend a physical school location to also attend concurrent enrollment classes at a physical school location; effective date; emergency.

HB 2831 requires high school students attending physical campuses to take concurrent enrollment college courses in person at their school building or a nearby college campus, eliminating virtual attendance for these classes. It applies directly to Oklahoma public and charter school students enrolled in concurrent enrollment programs. The bill also maintains tuition waivers for eligible seniors (18 credits) and juniors (9 credits) and mandates annual reports tracking participation and outcomes. Key provisions focus on requiring physical attendance for concurrent enrollment classes while preserving existing financial support and reporting requirements. This policy change specifically alters how students access college courses while enrolled in traditional high schools.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts virtual concurrent enrollment access, eliminating remote options for students while mandating in-person attendance at physical locations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education School Choice

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